I've published 1 book, am editing a 2nd, and I'm writing 2 more-- Right now I feel like an expert on the art of finishing a novel. Though, to be clear, I am not. HOWEVER, I have learned a lot of tips and tricks that will help get you to the finish line.

For me, it's all about the numbers. Don't worry, no heavy math required. One of the first things I do when I start a novel is get certain number goals established. This is key in helping me get to the finish line.

So in this week's topic video, I lay it all out for you. Every number from how long your novel should be, to what you should be writing every day. I really hope this helps some of the buddy authors out there. -Lindsay

Here I discuss how an author's behavior can affect the perception of their work. Then I share my word counts. Links for more info below.

Still time to enter this week's giveaway: http://bit.ly/N1vSua


----TOPICS MENTIONED---
Ender's Game Controversy: http://bit.ly/11iZNLf
I Am Number Four/James Frey Controversy: http://nym.ag/cIQDl0
When Authors Attack: http://bit.ly/ZiUCuC

---- MY BOOKS ---
The Beast: http://bit.ly/17B6J90
Exaulta: http://bit.ly/YKYVfQ
Sky: http://bit.ly/SdeMwJ
Illusion: http://bit.ly/YvjZ9T

Sorry this is going up a lil late in the evening today. The internet went out last night and only just came back up. I hope you guys enjoy the book haul and the word count update at the end. Don't miss the ending bloopers!

My book hauls consist of books that I have purchased, were gifted to me, or sent to me for review. I mostly read Young Adult Fantasy/Paranormal, but will read other genres. The ARCs will eventually be given away, so please subscribe to enter those!
List of my Book Hauls: http://bit.ly/Qxm9PX

---- MY BOOKS ---
The Beast: http://bit.ly/17B6J90
Exaulta: http://bit.ly/YKYVfQ
Sky: http://bit.ly/SdeMwJ
Illusion: http://bit.ly/YvjZ9T

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